Gas Pipefitter - Commercial

Medical Gas Pipe Fitter

Location: Alexandria, VA
Pay: $33.00–$38.00 per hour (based on experience)

We are seeking an experienced Medical Gas Pipe Fitter for a hospital project. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years of pipe fitting experience and a strong background installing medical gas piping systems in healthcare facilities. Candidates must be able to work safely, read construction drawings, and produce high-quality work in hospital environments.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of pipe fitting experience.
• Hospital/Medical Gas Installer Certification (ASSE 6010) required.
• Knowledge of NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code.
• Experience installing medical gas piping systems serving operating rooms, patient rooms, and other healthcare areas.
• Ability to read and interpret CADD drawings, blueprints, fabrication drawings, sketches, and submittals.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems.
• Ability to accurately measure, cut, thread, bend, and label pipe.
• Ability to lay out work for welders.
• Experience assembling and installing pipe, valves, fittings, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of brazing, soldering, and welding practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding Certification meeting the requirements of Section IX of the ASME Code.
• Previous experience working in hospitals or active healthcare facilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, climb, and walk throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Ability to work safely while following all OSHA and healthcare facility safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install medical gas piping systems according to project specifications and applicable codes.
• Measure, cut, thread, bend, and install pipe using hand and power tools.
• Locate and mark pipe runs, penetrations, and equipment locations.
• Assemble piping systems using couplings, clamps, fittings, brazing, soldering, and welding methods.
• Install valves, fixtures, and pipe assemblies in accordance with blueprints and NFPA 99 standards.
• Perform quality checks to ensure code compliance and system integrity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Coordinate with project managers, welders, and other trades to complete projects on schedule.